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€135M Childcare Fund: Only Eight Buildings to Benefit

2/26/2026

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Minister for Children Norma Foley told the Joint Committee on Children and Equality that nearly 70 applications were submitted for a €135 million childcare capital fund.
Only eight buildings will benefit in 2026 or early 2027, with priority for one- to three-year-olds.
Foley cited a wide disparity of readiness and said €90 million over two years will improve staff wages and retention.

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Minister for Children Norma Foley told the Joint Committee on Children and Equality that nearly 70 applications were submitted for a €135 million childcare capital fund.
Only eight buildings will benefit in 2026 or early 2027, with priority for one- to three-year-olds.
Foley cited a wide disparity of readiness and said €90 million over two years will improve staff wages and retention.